Wade Lake (MT) Near Ennis, MT

About Wade Lake (MT)

Wade Lake Campground is located in southwestern Montana on the shore of it’s scenic namesake lake. It is approximately 43 mi south of Ennis and 35 mi west of Yellowstone National Park. The 25 site campground, including two group sites, is situated in a dense Douglas Fir forest on the hillside above the lake. Each site is equipped with a picnic table and fire ring. Vault toilets and drinking water taps are provided in each of the two camping loops. The campground is situated on a steep hillside. For many of the sites, particularly in the upper loop, the only flat space for a tent may be in the parking driveway. There is an undeveloped natural-surface boat launch and the lake has a no-wake speed limit. Visitors enjoy fishing, small craft boating, and nearby hiking and ATV trails in the Gravelly Range. Trailers longer than 24 ft are not recommended due to small campsites, narrow roads and tight curves within the campground. Check the driveway length and width before booking to make sure the entirety of your equipment will fit the site. Snow may hinder access in early or late seasons. Cellular service may be available at the top of the hill near the Forest boundary, about 1.5 mi away. All sites are only available through reservations. To provide reservation opportunities for those who are unable to plan six months in advance, site numbers 6, 13, 17, 20 and 25 may only be reserved two weeks prior to arrival date. Sites 2, 9, 14 and 22 may only be reserved four days prior to arrival. All other sites can be booked 6 months in advance. Each new day becomes available at 8 A.M. Mountain time.

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25 total sites

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⛺ 1, Loop: Lower Loop Tent

Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire

⛺ 10, Loop: Main Loop Tent

Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire

⛺ 11, Loop: Upper Loop Tent

Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire

⛺ 12, Loop: Upper Loop Tent

Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire

⛺ 13, Loop: Upper Loop Tent

Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire

⛺ 14, Loop: Upper Loop Tent

Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire

⛺ 15, Loop: Upper Loop Tent

Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire

⛺ 16, Loop: Upper Loop Tent

Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire

⛺ 17, Loop: Upper Loop Tent

Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire

⛺ 18, Loop: Upper Loop Tent

Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire

⛺ 19, Loop: Upper Loop Tent

Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire

⛺ 2, Loop: Lower Loop Tent

Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire

⛺ 20, Loop: Upper Loop Tent

Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire

⛺ 21, Loop: Upper Loop Tent

Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire

⛺ 22, Loop: Upper Loop Tent

Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire

⛺ 23, Loop: Upper Loop Tent

Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire

⛺ 24, Loop: Upper Loop Tent

Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire

⛺ 25, Loop: Upper Loop Tent

Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire

⛺ 3, Loop: Lower Loop Tent

Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire

⛺ 4, Loop: Lower Loop Tent

Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire

⛺ 5, Loop: Lower Loop Tent

Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire

⛺ 6, Loop: Main Loop Tent

Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire

⛺ 7, Loop: Main Loop Tent

Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire

⛺ 8, Loop: Main Loop Tent

Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire

⛺ 9, Loop: Main Loop Tent

Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire

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⛺ 1, Loop: Lower Loop Tent

Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire

⛺ 10, Loop: Main Loop Tent

Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire

⛺ 11, Loop: Upper Loop Tent

Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire

⛺ 12, Loop: Upper Loop Tent

Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire

⛺ 13, Loop: Upper Loop Tent

Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire

⛺ 14, Loop: Upper Loop Tent

Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire

⛺ 15, Loop: Upper Loop Tent

Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire

⛺ 16, Loop: Upper Loop Tent

Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire

⛺ 17, Loop: Upper Loop Tent

Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire

⛺ 18, Loop: Upper Loop Tent

Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire

⛺ 19, Loop: Upper Loop Tent

Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire

⛺ 2, Loop: Lower Loop Tent

Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire

⛺ 20, Loop: Upper Loop Tent

Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire

⛺ 21, Loop: Upper Loop Tent

Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire

⛺ 22, Loop: Upper Loop Tent

Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire

⛺ 23, Loop: Upper Loop Tent

Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire

⛺ 24, Loop: Upper Loop Tent

Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire

⛺ 25, Loop: Upper Loop Tent

Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire

⛺ 3, Loop: Lower Loop Tent

Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire

⛺ 4, Loop: Lower Loop Tent

Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire

⛺ 5, Loop: Lower Loop Tent

Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire

⛺ 6, Loop: Main Loop Tent

Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire

⛺ 7, Loop: Main Loop Tent

Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire

⛺ 8, Loop: Main Loop Tent

Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire

⛺ 9, Loop: Main Loop Tent

Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire

Reviews

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Wade Lake is a beautiful and well-maintained campground with stunning scenery, clear water, and a family-friendly atmosphere. While the sites can be crowded and small, many visitors appreciate the cleanliness of the facilities and the recreational opportunities available, such as paddleboarding. Some campers noted issues with noise from construction and nearby sites, yet overall, it remains a popular destination for nature lovers seeking a pleasant getaway.

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4.2

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5 stars 53.1% (60)

4 stars 26.5% (30)

3 stars 8.0% (9)

2 stars 7.1% (8)

1 star 5.3% (6)

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August 30, 2025 Stayed at: 16, Loop: Upper Loop

Wade Lake Campground is always a good experience. The only reason I gave it 4 stars is that the campground looked a little smaller than in the pictures. The other campsite was right behind ours, and we had a hard time understanding where our space ended and theirs began. Otherwise, it’s always a great experience, and we still had lots of fun!

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Location & Directions for Wade Lake (MT)

Madison Ranger District, 5 Forest Service Road, Ennis, MT 59729 United States

Elevation: 2,043 ft

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Nearest town

Ennis, MT - 50 mi

About over 1 hr (87 min) to downtown

Highway access

Wade Lake is accessible via Montana State Highway 287, which is approximately 15 miles to the east.

Near Yellowstone National Park

The closest entrance is: West Entrance

Approximate drive: 31.5 mi · 54 min

Policies & Rules

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Check out time

2PM

General

Cellular service is not available at the campground but may be available at the top of the hill, about one and one half miles away.
There is a food storage order in place. All food and attractants must be stored in a bear-proof manner when unattended.
There is a 16 consecutive day camping limit at a single site and 32 day cumulative limit, at multiple sites, within a calendar year.  
Garbage service is available from May 15 - September 15. Otherwise, it is Pack It In, Pack It Out.
For “First Come First Served” campsites - Pay by cash or check. Change is not available.
Unless designated as a group site, campsites are for a single camping unit only. No double camping is permitted. 
Please cancel your reservation if you do not plan to use the campsite. Reservations may be forfeited, without refund, for failure to occupy campsite on first night and for absences exceeding 24 hours thereafter. Campsite will be made available to other campers for the remainder of the reservation.
Campsites must be occupied the first night and may not be unattended for more than 24 hours

Nearby destinations

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West Yellowstone

25 mi away

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Island Park

28 mi away

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Big Sky

34 mi away

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Last updated: October 23, 2026

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Population: 777

Nearby city: Bozeman, MT

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